FishyJoe on 31 May 2007
| faquinteros said: I have a question about stockpiling...why exactly does it matter if you sell the console now or in december? is it because you add one sale for your company and take one away from a competitor, assuming one console purchase per holiday season per family? i just assumed someone who wants a console now and is unable to get one may get bored and buy a competing brand. anyways, i've been talking to my friends and we're not quite sure why everyone is so sure nintendo is stockpiling. i'd appreciate any insight into the video game markets anyone can offer. thanks |
Retailers would rather have an in demand product during holiday or promotional periods such as product launches. People are more willing to spend money on other stuff during these times. So while they may come for the Wii's they may buy other merchandise at the same time.
